Ker Street is in Plymouth and in City Of Plymouth district. PL1 4HD is located in the Devonport electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Plymouth, Sutton and Devonport. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ker Street, Plymouth, PL1 4HD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL1 4EJ, PL1 4GE, PL1 4EH, PL1 4GX, PL1 4EW, PL1 4GZ, PL1 4EB, PL1 4EG, PL1 4GA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PL1 4HD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.9% | 51.3% | -3.6% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 45.1% | 48.7% | 3.6% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around PL1 4HD, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 55.1% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 46.9% | 55.1% | 8.2% | 37.9% | 17.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 29.6% | 25.8% | -3.8% | 44.2% | -18.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 5.6% | 2.8% | -2.8% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 12.3% | 11.6% | -0.7% | 9.1% | 2.5% |
| Widowed | 3.4% | 4.3% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 50.5% | 51.9% | 1.4% | 48.4% | 3.5% |
| Good health | 33% | 32% | -1.0% | 33.6% | -1.6% |
| Fair health | 8.8% | 11.2% | 2.4% | 12.7% | -1.5% |
| Bad health | 6.2% | 4.1% | -2.1% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 0.9% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16.2% | 17.1% | 0.9% | 18.2% | -1.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 22.3% | 15% | -7.3% | 9.6% | 5.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 25.1% | 16.9% | -8.2% | 13.4% | 3.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.1% | 4% | 2.9% | 5.3% | -1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 17.8% | 6.6% | 16.9% | 0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.1% | 27.6% | 7.5% | 33.8% | -6.2% |
| Other | 3.9% | 1.7% | -2.2% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.8% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.1% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Black African | 1.8% | 1.9% | 0.1% | 2.5% | -0.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.5% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 93.4% | 90.8% | -2.6% | 81.4% | 9.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
In this area, 81.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.6% | 81.6% | -7.0% | 83.2% | -1.6% |
| European Union | 7.3% | 14.7% | 7.4% | 6.1% | 8.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 2.2% | 1.6% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.3% | 81.3% | -7.0% | 83.2% | -1.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 11.4% | 10.7% | 9.8% | 1.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.4% | 4.2% | -0.2% | 2.9% | 1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 4% | 2.5% | -1.5% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0.5% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 61.4% | 76.7% | -15.3% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 9.7% | 1.3% | 8.4% |
| Romania | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1.9% | 1.5% | 0.4% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North Africa | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 22.9% | 13.5% | 9.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.8% | 37.2% | 16.6% |
| Christian | 36.3% | 46.2% | -9.9% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Muslim | 3.5% | 6.5% | -3.0% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ker Street was 123.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 19.8% lower than the Devonport average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Ker Street has the 35th highest crime rate of 76 local areas in Devonport and the 231st highest crime rate of 839 local areas in Plymouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 85.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -58.2%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 137 Ker Street, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £34,000 | 2002-05-09 | £81,633 |
The percentage of student residents living in PL1 4HD area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 152 |
| Part-Time Employee | 65 |
| Looking after home or family | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 32 |
| Retired | 31 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 24 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 18 |
| Other | 16 |
| Unemployed | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Other | 11 |
| Education | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ham Drive Nursery School and Day Care Ham Drive , Ham PL2 2NJ | 3out of 4 | 3,240 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Wise Community Primary School James Street , Devonport PL1 4LA | 3out of 4 | 216 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Chapel Street , Devonport PL1 4DJ | 3out of 4 | 343 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marlborough Primary Academy Morice Square , Devonport PL1 4NJ | 3out of 4 | 542 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stoke Damerel Primary School Collingwood Road , Stoke PL1 5PA | 3out of 4 | 1,186 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| High Street Primary Academy High Street , Stonehouse PL1 3SJ | 3out of 4 | 1,204 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UTC Plymouth Park Avenue , PL1 4RL | 1out of 4 | 981 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Devonport High School for Boys Paradise Road , Stoke PL1 5QP | 4out of 4 | 1,247 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Stoke Damerel Community College Somerset Place , Stoke PL3 4BD | 2out of 4 | 1,940 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Scott Medical and Healthcare College Somerset Place , Stoke PL3 4BD | - not rated | 1,942 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Torpoint Community College Trevol Road , PL11 2NH | 3out of 4 | 2,456 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City College Plymouth Kings Road , Devonport PL1 5QG | - not rated | 843 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Millbay Academy 22 Millbay Road , PL1 3EG | - not rated | 1,784 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fletewood School at Derry Villas 88 North Road East , PL4 6AN | - not rated | 2,956 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Plymouth Drake Circus , PL4 8AA | - not rated | 3,005 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Plymouth College of Art Tavistock Place , PL4 8AT | - not rated | 3,037 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| ACE Schools Plymouth Martins Gate , Bretonside PL4 0AT | 3out of 4 | 3,107 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Plymouth College Ford Park , Plymouth PL4 6RN | - not rated | 3,522 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hedgerow Hound | Devonport Guildhall, Ker Street | 96 yd | |
| Aramark @ Princess Yachts Southyard | Princess Yachts, Southyard | 195 yd | |
| Devonport Live Cafe | 56 George Street | 210 yd | |
| Plymouth Albion RFC | 25 Damerel Close | 332 yd | |
| Babcock Henley South | Henley, South Yard, Devonport Dockyard, Saltash Road | 337 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ker Street Social Club | 122-124 Ker Street | 60 yd | |
| Shakespeare Hotel | 3 Theatre Ope | 185 yd | |
| The King Billy Inn | 6 Duncan Street | 199 yd | |
| Half Moon | 59 Pembroke Street | 221 yd | |
| Queen and Constitution | 197 Duke Street | 223 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jaws | 10 Cumberland Street | 134 yd | |
| Mystic Pizza | 2 George Street | 144 yd | |
| Rocky's Fish and Chips | 76 Granby Way | 550 yd | |
| Royal Chef | 45 Marlborough Street | 572 yd | |
| Pizza Kebab House | 7 Marlborough Street | 647 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Food | Old Chapel, Duke Street | 144 yd | |
| Iceland | 9-11 Marlborough Street | 647 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Body Ace Health Studio (Closed) Cumberland Street | health and fitness suite | 139 yd |
| Brickfields Sports Centre MADDEN ROAD | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 368 yd |
| Mount Wise Swimming Pools GARRISON CLOSE | swimming pool | 439 yd |
| Mount Wise DISCOVERY ROAD | grass pitches | 443 yd |
| Plymouth Albion Rfc MADDEN ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 450 yd |
| Brickfields Recreation Ground DAMEREL CLOSE | grass pitches | 453 yd |
| City College Plymouth (Kings Road Centre) KINGS ROAD | 827 yd | |
| Stonehouse Creek STONEHOUSE RECREATION GROUND | grass pitches | 838 yd |
| Devonport Park Park Avenue | grass pitches, tennis courts | 864 yd |
| Devonport Services Rugby Football Club THE RECTORY | grass pitches | 939 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.